JULY 13, 2008

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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Those Who Have Served Our Parish As Pastor

Father John A. Arens 1958-1971

Father James Ruetz

1971-1986

Father William Whalen 1986-2000

Father Larry Sepich

2000-2007

Father Allan Sommer 2007-present

Those Who Have Served As Associates

Fr. Robert Berghammer 1959-1961

Fr. George Huber 1961-1963 Fr. John Devine 1963-1964

Fr. Lawrence Brey 1964-1966, 1969-1971 Fr. Jerome Repenschek 1966-1968

Fr. William Toelle 1968-1971 Fr. Daniel Budzinski 1971-1972

Fr. Thomas Kojis 1972-1980 Fr. Michael Hammer 1980-1984 Fr. James Arimond 1984-1988

Fr. Raymond Witkowski 1988-1996

Those Who Have Served As Deacons

Deacon Dave Zimprich Deacon John Ebel

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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Anniversary Liturgy 10:30 a.m.

Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Introductory Rites

Prelude Cry the Gospel (Choir)

Call to Worship The Spirit Dwells Among Us (choir) Welcome and Invitation Gathering Hymn Praise to the Lord, the Almighty

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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Greeting Sprinkling Rite Gloria Mass of Light

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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Opening Prayer

Liturgy of the Word

First Reading Isaiah 55: 10-11 Psalm Psalm 65: Glory and Praise to Our God

Verse 4 solo by the cantor Second Reading Romans 8:18-23

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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Gospel Acclamation Celtic Alleluia

Gospel Matthew 13:1-23

Homily Profession of Faith The Nicene Creed We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, one in Being with the Father. Through Him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he was born of the Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered, died, and was buried. On the third day he rose again in fulfillment of the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen. General Intercessions

Liturgy of the Eucharist

Preparation of the Gifts We Are Not Our Own (Choir) Eucharistic Prayer Holy Holy Holy

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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Memorial Acclamation Presider: Let us proclaim the mystery of faith… All:

Great Amen Presider: Through him, with him and in him… All:

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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The Lord’s Prayer Sign of Peace Breaking of the Bread / Pouring of the Cup Agnus Dei (Lamb of God)

Communion Procession Pan de Vida

Please note where communion ministers are positioned in your area. Please follow the direction of the usher.

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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Additional Verses: 4. Faithful and true is God’s word, All of God’s works we can trust, God’s mercy falls on the just… and the right who revere God’s name. 5. We who find hope in our God, Live in the joy of God’s wing, God will protect us from dark…ness and death. God will not let us starve. 6. God of the earth and the sky, You are the water of life, Grant that your love and your peace…touch our hearts; all our hope is in you.

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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Meditation Hymn Handmaid of Yahweh (choir)

Concluding Rites

Apostolic Blessing Announcements and Introductions Blessing & Dismissal Closing Hymn All Are Welcome

This Marian hymn was composed by S. Patricia Ann Obremski, SSND, and Dan Desaulniers expressly for the parishioners of St. Bernadette Parish

in commemoration of fifty years of ministry. It is offered here for the first time.

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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Release of White Doves --Outside the Tent— (weather permitting)

Amazing Grace

In Loving Memory

of all Members

of St. Bernadette

Parish who have

died in the light of faith

1958 -- 2008

A Walk Down Memory Lane...

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(Taken from the directory for St. Bernadette Parish’s 25th anniversary.)

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The First Mass

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Original design

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(Taken from the directory for St. Bernadette Parish’s 25th anniversary)

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The Grotto today

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The First Bulletin

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Church Renovation 1991 In September, Midwest Design & Development was chosen as contractor for church renovation 1993 By June, $681,850 had been collected for the renovation. Debt was paid in full early. 1994 On January 30th at the 11:00am Mass, Bishop Sklba dedicated the newly renovated worship area.

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Parish RectoryMinistry Center Renovation September 2001—June 2002

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Fr. James Ruetz (1971-1986)

Fr. Bill Whalen (1986-2001)

St. Bernadette Pastors

Fr. Larry Sepich (2001-2007)

Fr. Al Sommer (2007-present)

Fr. John Arens (1958-1971)

“But what was sown on good soil is the one who hears the message and takes it in.” --Matthew 13

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Acknowledgements______________________________________ For the liturgy: “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” is public domain. The following are published by OCP (Oregon Catholic Press) Publications, Inc., 5536 NE Hassalo, Portland, OR 97213, and are used with permission under license #RN2993719.1. All rights reserved.

• Celtic Alleluia by Fintan O’Carroll and Christopher Walker ©1985 by Fintan O’Carroll and Christopher Walker

• “Glory and Praise to Our God” by Daniel L. Schutte ©1976 by Dan Schutte and New Dawn Music

• “Pan de Vida” by Bob Hurd ©1988 by OCP Publications, Inc.

The following are published by GIA Publications, Inc., 7404 So. Mason Ave., Chicago IL 60634, are used with permission under OneLicense.net #A-703636. All rights reserved.

• “Gloria” from Mass of Light by David Haas ©1988 by GIA Publications, Inc. • Eucharistic Prayer acclamations and “Agnus Dei” from “Mass of Creation” by

Marty Haugen ©1981 by GIA Publications, Inc. • “All Are Welcome” by Marty Haugen ©1994 by GIA Publications, Inc.

“We Call on You, O Lord” by Hal H. Hopson ©1992, The Sacred Music Press. Used with permission. All rights reserved Special thanks to Richard and Donna Lipski for the release of the doves and to Élise Haschker for the liturgical movement choreography. ----------------------------------------------- Special thanks to Doris Chaconas for our 50th Anniversary logo design. Special thanks to the 50th Anniversary Committee: Amy Blimbergs, Dorothy Brengosz Sr. Carla Huebner, Sr. Rosemarita Huebner, Don Jozwiak, Mary Lorusso, Alice Manthey, Bob Radtke, Roger Wargula, Sue Wargula, Mary Alice Wildt, Tom Zemek